Two arrested on drug charges

A pair of local barbers are facing drug distribution charges in connection with a recent investigation by Malden police.

Nathan Lamb

A pair of local barbers are facing drug distribution charges in connection with a recent investigation by Malden police.

Wilkys Armando Feliz and Reylin Alexander Segura were arrested at Moreno’s Barber Shop at 900 Salem St. on March 22. Both were charged with possession of drugs with intent to distribute and drug violations near a school.

According to a release from Malden police, the arrests came after “drug detectives conducted a lengthy drug investigation centered on Moreno’s Barber Shop.” Those allegations yielded an arrest warrant on drug charges for Segura.

“Sometime around 8 p.m. investigators observed Segura working as a barber in Moreno’s Barber Shop,” said the release. “Officers entered the shop to conduct the arrest and were met with resistance from Segura, along with another barber.”

“The officers were able to secure the two individuals without injury,” said the release. “Further investigation with the assistance of a police K-9 revealed a significant amount of drugs recovered from the scene.”

Detective John Amirault said the investigation centered on distribution of heroin, Percocet and cocaine.

“The Malden police drug unit is committed to drug interdiction in cases such as this and will continue to do so,” said the release.